Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 Honda Anf?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2009 Honda Anf?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2009 Honda Anf?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2009 Honda Anf reliable?

Based on MOT data from 129 vehicles, the 2009 Honda Anf has a first-time MOT pass rate of 88.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2009 Honda Anf?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2009 Honda Anf are: Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (43.4% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (31.1% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (25.5% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2009 Honda Anf?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Honda Anf (2009)

129 real MOT outcomes analysed • 88.3% first-time pass rate

2009 Honda Anf

CarHunch analysed 129 real MOT records for the 2009 Honda Anf. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2009 Honda ANF is a reliable commuter scooter, passing its MOT first time in 88.3% of cases—well above the UK average of 80%—and only 14% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuring. Petrol two-wheelers in this age bracket typically perform strongly, and this model sits in that solid band.

At nearly 24,000 miles on average, these scooters show moderate use for their age; the low median mileage of 19,151 suggests many examples have been gently ridden or stored seasonally. With under one failure per vehicle and fewer than three advisories on average, you're looking at a model that stays reasonably free of serious issues—but do check the service history and chain/sprocket condition on any example you're considering, as these are the typical weak points on older automatic scooters.

We have limited data for the 2009 Honda Anf — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

88.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

14%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.98

Over 8.2 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

19k

Middle half: 8k–36k

For context

These stats describe 129 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 129 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 43.4%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 25.5%

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn · Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Lighting 12.9%

Drive chain slightly loose · Headlamp aim too low · Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam · …

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Other issues 9.4%

Drive chain excessively loose · Chain guard missing

Suspension & steering 5.9%

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2009.

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Before you buy a 2009 Honda Anf

Based on MOT data from 129 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 14% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 Honda Anf vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

19,151

typical

8,442

low mileage

36,217

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Honda Anf vehicles fall between 8,442 and 36,217 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 8,442 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 8,442–36,217 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Honda Anfs sit.

⚠ Over 48,892 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2009 Honda Anf — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 32% of 2009 Honda Anfs are still active.

Numbers are declining — 33 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (32% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

8.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.98

Avg failures per vehicle

2.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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